colophon
/ˈkɑləfɑn/
noun
- A note at the end of a book or manuscript that gives information about its production, such as the printer, typeface, or date of printing.
- The colophon at the back of the book stated it was printed in 1923.
- The publisher's colophon included the name of the typeface used.
- Bibliophiles often check the colophon for details about the edition.
- A distinctive emblem or logo used by a publisher or printer.
- The company's colophon appears on every book it produces.
- You can identify the publisher by the colophon on the title page.
- The colophon of the publishing house is a small tree with an open book.